Comments on: Fish Oil Benefits for Cancer, ADHD, Pregnancy & More

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Tue, 10 Mar 2015 20:09:42 +0000

In reply to Jamie James. I would consult with your physician

By: Jamie James

Jamie James — Mon, 09 Mar 2015 15:05:04 +0000

Can fish oil be consumed by children age 1 and over?

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 03 Mar 2015 18:43:54 +0000

Dr. Axe,

What is your opinion on taking fermented cod liver oil vs regular fish oil supplements? Most whole food websites are heavily promoting this type as
the best. It’s very expensive and I would love your take on it.

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Mon, 09 Feb 2015 21:30:23 +0000

In reply to Teresa. The amount of omega 3 should be 1000mg, not astaxanthin.

By: Teresa

Teresa — Sat, 31 Jan 2015 15:36:22 +0000

Hi Dr. Axe,
You suggest 1000 mg of fish oil a day, but when I look at Astaxanthin, the milligrams are extremely less, even in your omega D3 blend. So do you need less when using that? What about krill oil, how many mg would you need to take daily? Thanks!

By: Mr.MakingUsmile

Mr.MakingUsmile — Wed, 28 Jan 2015 16:21:52 +0000

I’m definitely going to ad Fish oil into my daily habit. Nice site packed with lots of information.

By: RAFFAELE

RAFFAELE — Tue, 06 Jan 2015 01:41:01 +0000

soffro di trigliceridi alti 700————transaminasi corrette…….fegato non grasso……….come posso ridurre i miei trigliceridi…………omega 3,6,9 sono buoni per me…..Grazie di cuore

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 02:27:38 +0000

In reply to Vicki Lowe. I would make sure you have a high quality oil

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 02:11:43 +0000

In reply to Kim LoPiano. It is fine to take alone

By: Vicki Lowe

Vicki Lowe — Thu, 27 Nov 2014 20:33:35 +0000

Hi! Are there heavy metals in cod liver oil? My hair tissue mineral analysis test result showed I have some mercury and want to know if it would still be ok for me to take cod liver oil? I have heard such good things about it. Thank you.

By: Kim LoPiano

Kim LoPiano — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 13:02:48 +0000

Hi Dr. Axe, after taking 1000 iu of D3 (and giving to my children), I’m now reading that unless you also take K2 withit, it could actually cause harm. If this is accurate, do you offer a combination of the two, and if not, what ratio should be taken? Thank you!

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 02:34:08 +0000

In reply to Roderick. I personally take the Axe Naturals Omega D3: http://store.draxe.com/products/omega-d3-plus-astaxanthin-3-pack

By: Roderick

Roderick — Tue, 25 Nov 2014 14:58:31 +0000

Hi Doctor Axe! Is there any particular brand you can recommend for fish oils? Thanks

By: Angelina Miranda

Angelina Miranda — Tue, 25 Nov 2014 08:58:56 +0000

A few years back….”All” my fat levels were extremely high due to poor diet….doctor said I was borderline heading towards diabetes…so I had heard about adding fish oil….I started taking fish oil for 3mo. Took my yearly test again and everything went back to normal…

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 15:46:21 +0000

In reply to Anita. It should be fine.

By: Anita

Anita — Wed, 12 Nov 2014 02:23:22 +0000

In reply to Dr. Josh Axe. We had been taking these Omega 3 supplements as an alternative anti-inflammatory to NSAIDs. We were advised by our doctor that the recommended dose of Omega 3 daily is 3grams, we are taking 2 gel caps since each caps has 800mg EPA /600mg DHA... So far we are satisfied with the result but we are also wondering since when we are diagnosed with arthritis (RA) we started working on our diet and it includes food that are high in Omega 3, would our daily intake of Omega 3 be excessive? Hope we are taking just the right amount of these supplement.. Thanks in advance.

By: Liz Fenstemaker

Liz Fenstemaker — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 20:22:50 +0000

Dr Axe, Wondering if Krill oil can be substituted for the fish oil? Do they both benefit the body in the same ways or are they different in their effects?

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 14:04:54 +0000

In reply to joga. The recommended dosage is 2 capsules per day.

By: joga

joga — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 19:38:47 +0000

I ordered 3-pack Axe Naturals Omega D3 fish oil, but I am not sure it safe to take 2 pills a day or just one to be safe side?

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 00:26:45 +0000

In reply to lindsay wilder. Yes, it is a good option as well. My supplement has vitamin d3 as well as omega 3 fats so it is 2 supplements in 1.

By: lindsay wilder

lindsay wilder — Sat, 25 Oct 2014 00:57:19 +0000

In reply to Dr. Josh Axe. I've read through all of this article on fish oil/cod liver oil,, you say you recommend the blue ice one & your combo fish oil, D-3 with the A? I would need to use 3 a day for myself & 2 teenagers, is a bit expensive for us right now. Would the Blue Ice Cod Liver Oil option be just as sufficient? The difference in the 2?

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Thu, 23 Oct 2014 15:39:03 +0000

In reply to Carol. Flax oil with DHA

By: Carol

Carol — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 18:19:14 +0000

I would love to take fish oil but I’m allergic to fish. Are there any alternatives?

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 16:24:02 +0000

In reply to Amnon. They don't. Many people don't convert ALA into EPA/DHA. They are different types of omega 3's.

By: Amnon

Amnon — Mon, 20 Oct 2014 20:09:08 +0000

In reply to Dr. Josh Axe. So why should we consume fish oil if chia seeds have the same benefits ? Fish oil may have heavy metals , and it is also not vegan and harms the fish population

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 17:21:43 +0000

In reply to Amnon. Yes, check out this article: https://draxe.com/nutrition/chia-seeds-benefits-side-effects/

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 17:11:41 +0000

In reply to Laurie Whaley. I would check out these articles: https://draxe.com/health/10-ways-balance-hormones-naturally/ https://draxe.com/health/3-steps-to-heal-adrenal-fatigue/

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 17:09:59 +0000

In reply to Joy Peras. I take the Axe Naturals Omega D3 supplement. http://store.draxe.com/collections/supplements/products/fish-oil

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 01:06:04 +0000

In reply to Nisha. Yes

By: Nisha

Nisha — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 20:53:44 +0000

Dr Axe, I eat fish 5-6 days a week, so is it safe to take the fish oil supplements as well?

By: Amnon

Amnon — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 17:07:49 +0000

Are chia seeds also a good sourxe of omega 3?

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 17:01:53 +0000

In reply to starlet. It's hard to say as there are many factors that play into when results and relief can be noticed: environment, severity of disease, other health disorders present, gut health, etc.

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 16:58:41 +0000

In reply to Mary. I would try decreasing the amount taken for now to see how your body does. Also check out this article: https://draxe.com/health/natural-ways-to-lower-blood-pressure/

By: Laurie Whaley

Laurie Whaley — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 11:08:15 +0000

I purchase supplements from Puritan’s Pride. Are their supplements ok? I am currently taking 2 a day of their Max Strength Tripple Omega 3,6,9 Fish, Flax, & Borage Oils Active Omega -3 Purified to eliminate Mercury Rapid Release Item No. 10157 Is this product ok to take?
I have low back & sacral pain, pituitary tumor, cystic acne, bursitis, a form of asthma but not a true asthma (hyperactive airway disease). I am currently about 20-30 lbs over my normal weight of 140. My nails are weak. I’ve been losing my hair for over 9 yrs now. May have been Bromocriptine. My scalp hurt to touch for awhile then hair loss. I am currently taking pain meds & muscle relaxers for the pain but my body’s become dependent on them. I have bad withdrawals if I don’t have them. I want to wean myself or go to alternative DR to help me get off these meds! I have no energy! I don’t feel like going anywhere. It has to be these meds. I was not like this until sometime after being on Oxycodone. I don’t know what to do. I’ve talked with my new Primary Dr & he’s not been helpful. I want my life back, how do I achieve this?

By: Joy Peras

Joy Peras — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 10:22:24 +0000

what is the best brand of fish oil that has no opposite effects of the body?

By: Louisa Dawes

Louisa Dawes — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 23:31:59 +0000

I take 1000mg a day of cod liver oil a day and have done for about a year now, I can’t stand oily fish or meat, although I’ve always had clear skin now it actually looks good all over, no cracking skin on my shins or on my body in general, my eyes which have always been dry and sore which I’ve attributed to my glasses has gone, I’ve also lost over a stone in weight from not changing anything extra at all, I have not changed my eating habits or lifestyle only walking outdoors with my 6 year old which I’ve always done.

My depression and chronic anxiety has practically disappeared. Along with a probiotic for an ongoing candida infection, this is the best thing that ever happened to me health wise.

Doctors here wouldn’t dream of asking me if I take a fish substitute, instead I had years if testing for vitamin deficiency etc, anti depressants etc until they finally told me i had chronic fatigue syndrome, which i knew was rubbish, just symptoms of another underlying problem. Finally with the help of these two products I seem to have got the hang if it :) it’s only taken 15 years lol

I would recommend this fabulous stuff to anyone :)

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 23:08:39 +0000

In reply to MARIA. 1000mg of EPA/DHA

By: Mary

Mary — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 18:08:35 +0000

I have purchased Garden of Life beyond omega fish oil softgels. I started taking them but after a week noticed my acid reflux kicking in. I really want to continue because of the amazing health benefits. I have high bp that is controlled by medication but would really like to use the natural approach. Any suggestions would really be appreciated.

Mary

By: MARIA

MARIA — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 18:04:43 +0000

Hi Doctor, how many OMEGA 3 should we take a day?

By: starlet

starlet — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 17:19:51 +0000

My dr recommended for me to take 4000 u daily for my arthritis since i can’t take mobic. How soon should i see results. He says its osteoarthritis in my right thumb but I’m still concerned about it being RA-I’ve had 2 RA factor tests done with my results being 19 then 21 on the second one

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Mon, 29 Sep 2014 18:06:35 +0000

In reply to val. I like Axe Naturals: http://store.draxe.com/collections/supplements/products/fish-oil and Blue Ice Fermented Cod Liver Oil: http://amzn.to/1BwBWol

By: val

val — Mon, 29 Sep 2014 14:41:28 +0000

Do you recommend a particular brand of fish oil? Cod liver oil?

By: Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe — Sat, 02 Aug 2014 02:54:17 +0000

In reply to maryann. It's possible if you overdo it.

By: maryann

maryann — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 21:07:22 +0000

I finally realized after years of taking fish oil, that is was the Cause of my increase in Anxiety and insomnia, Can someone tell me why it works the opposite on my system? Also fermented cod liver oil makes me have panic attacks